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John D. Risvold

John D. Risvold

Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Attorney
  • Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home Abuse ...
  • Illinois
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John, a trial lawyer at The Collins Law Firm P.C., has dedicated his career to fighting those responsible for injuring his clients. He spends the majority of his practice representing victims of catastrophic injury as a result of other’s negligence. John works tirelessly to get the best outcome for his clients. He has tried cases to verdict in Illinois and handled cases throughout the country. Prior to joining The Collins Law Firm, John defended large multi-national corporations in multi-million dollar litigation, giving him a unique insight into how cases are handled by the companies and individuals responsible for catastrophic injury.

His work has earned him numerous honors, including:
• Selected by his peers as an Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Star,
• Named to the National Trial Lawyers. “Top 40 Under 40 Trial Lawyers” list,
• Selected for inclusion in the Order of the Barristers
• Awarded the R. David Ray Excellence in Trial Advocacy Award

John is active in several professional organizations that work to ensure his clients’ access to the courts remains intact, including the American Associate for Justice, the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, and the Chicago Bar Association. He is a member of the Illinois Bar is admitted to practice in Missouri and various Federal District Courts. John has a Bachelors Degree from the University of Missouri and a law degree from the University of Missouri School of Law

Practice Areas
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Medical Malpractice
Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
Nursing Home Abuse
Products Liability
Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts
Environmental Law
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Contingent Fees
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Illinois
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Partner
The Collins Law Firm, P.C.
Current
Education
University of Missouri - Columbia
J.D.
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University of Missouri - Columbia
B.A.
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Awards
Top 40 Under 40
The National Trial Lawyers
Super Lawyers - Rising Star
Thompson Reuters
Top 40 Under 40
The National Trial Lawyers
Super Lawyers - Rising Star
Thompson Reuters
Super Lawyers - Rising Star
Thompson Reuters
Top 40 Under 40
The National Trial Lawyers
Professional Associations
DuPage County Bar Association
Member
Current
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State Bar of Illinois  # 6310016
Member
Current
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Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
Member
Current
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American Association for Justice
Member
Current
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Chicago Bar Association
Director - Young Lawyers Section
Current
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Speaking Engagements
How to Select the Best Nursing Home for Your Loved One
DuPage County Bar Association
End Distracted Driving, Chicago Bar Association EndDD Program
Chicago Bar Association
Websites & Blogs
Website
John D. Risvold's Webiste Profile
Website
The Collins Law Firm, P.C. Website
Blog
John Risvold Trial Lawyer Blog
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Illinois Personal Injury Lawyer Blog
Contact & Map
The Collins Law Firm, P.C.
1770 Park St.
Suite 200
Naperville, IL 60563
Telephone: (630) 527-1595 Ext. 236
Fax: (630) 527-1193